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        • Natalia Imbruglia
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          Natalie Imbruglia announces new album ‘Algorithm’ and shares new single ‘Upside Down’

          April 29, 2026

          Natalia Imbruglia is known to millions as the star behind the global hit ‘Torn’ which remains one of the defining songs of the nineties. It started a phenomenal run of success which has included two BRIT Awards, three Grammy nominations, a Silver […]

          Picture This
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          PICTURE THIS add extra Belfast and Dublin dates following huge demand

          April 28, 2026

          Picture This announce their most intimate shows ever for Winter 2026 including dates in The Telegraph Building and the Millennium Forum. “We spent last summer playing cities, towns and venues in Ireland that we had […]

          Editors 
          News

          Editors return with ‘Call It In’ and reveal 2027 UK & EU tour dates

          April 28, 2026

          Editors return with brand new single, ‘Call It In’, and news of 2027 tour dates across the UK & EU. Call It In marks the band’s first new music since 2022’s studio album EBM, and emerges from studio sessions […]

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        • Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters - Your Favourite Toy
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Foo Fighters – Your Favorite Toy

          April 30, 2026

          If But Here We Are was the funeral, Your Favorite Toy is the violent, jagged intake of breath that follows – a resurrection that is dangerously alive. On their twelfth studio outing, Dave Grohl and gang […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck - Optimizer
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Stuck – Optimizer

          April 21, 2026

          The dormant gears of Chicago’s post-punk stalwarts have finally ground back into motion. Following a three-year break, Stuck return with Optimizer, a record that suggests the only way to navigate a collapsing world is to […]

        • Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

          October 30, 2023

          K-Pop has reached an international audience. This year, BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop band to headline a major UK festival at Hyde Park. The media’s coverage of BTS member’s enlistment into compulsory military […]

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

          August 29, 2023

          How does one become qualified to write a fictional music novel? The author of Sophomore Songs offers some clues. Growing up reading NME, doing a stint at Clash, drumming for several bands on and off, and […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 26 years ago, U2 released their much anticipated ninth studio album POP; for fans and critics alike, it quickly became their most polarizing release. There is a prevailing feeling that POP […]

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran 2
          Album Reviews

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

          This week sees the 40th anniversary of Duran Duran’s self-titled debut album. XS Noize looks back on this momentous release from a band that would become the ‘Fab Five’ of the ‘80s. It was December […]

        • Live Reviews

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring 'The Mountain' to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut Credit: Luke Dyson
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Gorillaz bring ‘The Mountain’ to Belfast — no nostalgia at the SSE Arena debut

          April 1, 2026

          Gorillaz finally made it to Belfast — and instead of rolling out a greatest hits set, they came in with something very different. Support came from Argentine rapper, singer and songwriter Trueno, and I’ve never […]

        • Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
          Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

          December 22, 2018

          2018 has been an incredible year for albums. The year saw the strongest new acts in decades release their debuts, as well as a number of alternative legends returning to top form. The world of dance […]

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
          Round Up

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

          October 29, 2018

          Welcome to the October 2018 edition of our monthly new music playlist, which is available to listen to and watch via YouTube. If you enjoy any of the songs featured here, we encourage you to support […]

        • In Focus

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

  • Gigs
        • December 10
          Gigs

          December 10 announce Ulster Hall, Belfast show for July 20th 2026

          April 2, 2026

          Britain’s brand-new boyband December 10 today announce December 10: The Next Step– kicking off in Edinburgh on Friday 10 July and wrapping in Dublin on Tuesday 21 July. “We loved our Introducing! run of shows […]

          White Denim
          Gigs

          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Formed in 2006, for approaching 20 years White Denim has been celebrated for their fearless blend of garage rock, soul, jazz fusion, psychedelia, and experimental improvisation. Based for much of that time in Austin, though […]

          Tom Jones
          Gigs

          Tom Jones to Play Dublin & Belfast Headline Shows This August 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Legendary Welsh singer and performer Tom Jones has announced a return to Ireland with a headline show within the idyllic grounds of Palmerstown House Estate, just 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre on Sunday 09th […]

  • Interviews
        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Col Gerrard on his self-titled debut, touring with Boyzlife and what comes next

          April 20, 2026

          London-born singer-songwriter Col Gerrard has loved music from an early age, and that passion shines throughout his self-titled debut album. Drawing on a range of influences, the record takes listeners on an emotional journey, with […]

          Ganser
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Alicia Gaines on the Architecture of Ganser and Discomfort by Design

          April 12, 2026

          Chicago’s underground has always thrived in the margins, and few bands embody that restless, art-driven spirit quite like Ganser. Formed in the city’s DIY circuit, the group have carved out a reputation for wiry, confrontational […]

          Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

  • Podcast
        • Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282
          Podcast

          Glen Hansard on ‘Transmissions East’, Bob Dylan and a Record That Isn’t Looking Back | XS Noize Podcast #282

          April 29, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Glen Hansard for a warm, honest and deeply reflective conversation about his new live/studio album, Don+t Settle – (Vol 1 Transmissions […]

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281
          Podcast

          Miles Hunt on 40 years of The Wonder Stuff, burnout, Vent 414 and starting over | XS Noize Podcast #281

          April 22, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Miles Hunt for a candid, funny and reflective conversation marking 40 years of The Wonder Stuff. You can watch the full […]

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280
          Podcast

          Carol Decker on success, heartbreak, and finding her way back with T’Pau | XS Noize Podcast #280

          April 14, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Carol Decker for a candid, funny and revealing conversation about T’Pau’s return with the new album Be Wonderful. You can watch […]

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News

Fontaines D.C. Unveil Electrifying New Single “It’s Amazing to Be Young”

February 21, 2025 XS Noize

2024 was a defining year for Dublin quintet Fontaines D.C., whose fourth album ROMANCE was lauded as one of the year’s very best, cementing their status as one of the most exciting bands in contemporary […]

Simple Minds
News

Simple Minds Announce New Live Album “Live in the City of Diamonds”

February 21, 2025 XS Noize

Today BMG release a newly recorded live version of Simple Minds’ 1985 Billboard number one and 3x Platinum selling single, ‘Don’t You (Forget about Me)’. The track recently joined the Billions Club on Spotify and […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Doves – Constellations for the Lonely
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Doves – Constellations for the Lonely

February 20, 2025 Michael Barron

Doves have been crafting anthems for the disenchanted for over 25 years, but their story stretches back even further—to the neon-soaked, sweat-drenched floors of Manchester’s legendary Haçienda. Before they became indie royalty, they were Sub […]

Dela Kay
Interviews

INTERVIEW: Dela Kay on “Anybody Else” & Her Exciting Plans for the Year Ahead

February 20, 2025 Rebecca Haslam

Inspired by artists spanning several generations and genres, Dela Kay has, since first making her mark on the music world almost a decade ago, always wanted her music to represent who she is authentically – and her […]

Absnt Mind
Gigs

Due to Overwhelming Demand! Absnt Mind Announces Additional Belfast Show

February 20, 2025 XS Noize

After selling out their Belfast Oh Yeah Centre Show in less than an hour and the London and Manchester dates on their current tour, the sensational rising stars Absnt Mind announce another Belfast Show at […]

The Smile
News

The Smile Unveil New Remixes by James Holden and Robert Stillman

February 19, 2025 XS Noize

The Smile have today announced two new remixes of tracks from their critically acclaimed third album CUTOUTS, from James Holden and Robert Stillman. Don’t Get Me Started (James Holden Remix) and Instant Psalm (Robert Stillman Remix) are out […]

LIVE REVIEW: Tesseract Bring Their Progressive Metal Mastery to Leeds Credit: Alina Salihbekova
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Tesseract Bring Their Progressive Metal Mastery to Leeds

February 19, 2025 Alina Salihbekova

British progressive metal band Tesseract closed the UK leg of their tour spectacularly at the Project House in Leeds on February 15th before heading to the US in May. From the moment they stepped on […]

Cryptocurrency
Features 2

Why Should You Buy Focus And Flow Shot Using Cryptocurrency?

February 19, 2025 XS Noize

As digital payments evolve, more shoppers turn to cryptocurrency for secure and convenient transactions. Whether you’re looking for privacy, faster processing, or reduced transaction fees, buying products with crypto offers several advantages. If you’re searching […]

7 Popular Things That Celebrities Interview About Lately
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7 Popular Things That Celebrities Interview About Lately

February 19, 2025 XS Noize

Celebrity interviews are always evolving, but some topics consistently dominate the conversation. Whether it’s career moves, personal revelations, or cultural trends, stars are opening up about more than just their latest projects. Today’s hottest interviews […]

How Can Footballers Save Their Money While Buying Wellness Products?
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How Can Footballers Save Their Money While Buying Wellness Products?

February 19, 2025 XS Noize

Footballers invest heavily in their performance, recovery, and overall well-being, but that doesn’t mean they have to overspend on wellness products. With smart shopping strategies, they can get high-quality supplements, recovery tools, and self-care essentials […]

ALBUM REVIEW: Mandrake Handshake – Earth Sized Worlds
Album Reviews

ALBUM REVIEW: Mandrake Handshake – Earth Sized Worlds

February 19, 2025 Sandra Blemster

Mandrake Handshake is a dynamic, shape-shifting collective from Oxford. Its members range from seven to ten. Their lineup includes Row Janjuah (lead guitar/vocals), Trinity Oksana (lead vocals), Elvis Thirlwell (percussion), Joe Bourdier (drums), Rudy Mae […]

Finn Andrews
Podcast

Finn Andrews on The Veils’ New Album ‘Asphodels’ on The XS Noize Podcast (Episode #214)

February 19, 2025 XS Noize

In Episode #214 of The XS Noize Podcast, host Mark Millar speaks with Finn Andrews, the acclaimed frontman of The Veils, about their seventh studio album, Asphodels. Finn Andrews, recognised as one of the most […]

Cat Burns
Live Reviews

LIVE REVIEW: Cat Burns at Moth Club for BRITs Week 25 in aid of War Child

February 18, 2025 Michael Barron

The February chill did little to deter eager fans from queuing outside Hackney’s Moth Club to witness Cat Burns kick off BRITs Week 25 in aid of War Child. Their patience in the freezing cold […]

Silent Running
Gigs

Belfast Band Silent Running Announce New Album and Live Shows

February 18, 2025 XS Noize

The Belfast band Silent Running has been confirmed as a special guest of the multi-million-selling band Texas at their sold-out performance in Custom House Square, Belfast, on Sunday, August 17th. The gig comes just ahead […]

Oasis
Gigs

Venue guide: A closer look at the best venues Oasis will perform at upcoming “Oasis Live ’25 Tour.”

February 18, 2025 XS Noize

16 years after their infamous split, legendary British rock band Oasis will be gracing some of the world’s biggest stages to perform their biggest hits in the forthcoming “Oasis Live ’25 Tour.”  From the districts […]

AndyBell
News

Erasure’s Andy Bell Unveils Solo Album ‘Ten Crowns’ and New Video for ‘Don’t Cha Know’

February 18, 2025 XS Noize

Andy Bell has detailed a new solo album, Ten Crowns, which will be released on 2 May 2025 on vinyl (white, oxblood, and picture disc available), CD (standard and 2CD versions), gold cassette, and digitally […]

Macklemore
Gigs

Macklemore Announces Highly Anticipated Return to Ireland with Two Summer Shows

February 17, 2025 XS Noize

Macklemore will make a highly anticipated return to Ireland with two dates this summer. The multi-platinum and grammy award-winning rapper has announced shows for St. Anne’ Park, Dublin on 4 June and Virgin Media Park, […]

The Tumbling Paddies
Gigs

The Tumbling Paddies announce headline show at the Ulster Hall, Belfast

February 17, 2025 XS Noize

Following their Telegraph Building show in 2024 and rapidly becoming one of Ireland’s most popular entertainment acts, The Tumbling Paddies are pleased to announce a headline show at the Ulster Hall Belfast. The Tumbling Paddies […]

Teddy Swims
Gigs

Possible setlist for Teddy Swims’ show in Manchester

February 15, 2025 XS Noize

Soul-pop sensation Teddy Swims is gearing up to storm Manchester with his signature soulfulness and powerful voice. The concert promises to be a soul-stirring journey; fans can expect a night where vulnerability meets strength, as […]

Alabama 3
News

Alabama 3 Announce Extensive UK & Ireland Tour This Spring

February 14, 2025 XS Noize

Navigating the post-pandemic touring world, where nostalgia is king of the jungle, ALABAMA 3 have agreed to give fans a hypo full of love and hook in a mainline to 1997 and 2000. In December, […]

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